FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)
MEDICAL CERTIFICATION
Dr. Peter Davenport specializes in providing comprehensive Class 1, 2 & 3 FAA flight physicals for pilots in the Four Corners area. As a certified FAA Aviation Medical Examiner (AME), Dr. Davenport is committed to providing timely and thorough medical examinations that comply with aviation medical standards.
FAA MedXpress
A MedXpress application is a MANDATORY pre-requisite to the Aviation Medical Exam (AME)
Complete an application in MedXPress:
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Create an account in MedXPress
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Once you have created an account, you will answer a series of medical questions and submit your application through MedXPress
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After submission, print or save a copy of your application for Dr. Davenport (your AME). Dr. Davenport will need the confirmation number from the application in order to to perform your exam
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You must complete the AME exam within 60 days of submitting the application, so schedule your appointment as soon as possible
Things To Expect In Your AME:
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Verification of MedXPress confirmation number and government issued identification card
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Use your full legal name that matches your other government IDs on MedXPress application to avoid delays
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Review of any FAA letters or required documents
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If you have an Authorization for Special Issuance (ASI), bring the authorization letter and all required reports to your exam
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Review of Current and Past Medical History
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For some conditions, the FAA may require medical information from your primary care physician
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Review of Medications
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Vital Signs (height, weight, pulse, blood pressure, etc.)
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Physical Examination
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Vision Test (visual acuity/depth perception/color vision)
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Bring glasses or contacts
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Color Vision Testing: Required for first-time applicants
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Hearing test (audiogram)
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EKG (if required)
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Urine sample (drink fluids so you can provide a sample)
Please Note:
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Without an FAA Application, we cannot perform your medical certification/recertification
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You are responsible for/required to complete the FAA MedXpress Application each time you apply for medical certification/recertification
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You MUST bring your printed summary or confirmation number to your appointment
IF YOU DO NOT BRING YOUR CONFIRMATION NUMBER, YOUR APPOINTMENT WILL BE CANCELLED AND YOU WILL BE CHARGED A $100 CANCELLATION FEE
Useful Information
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Be sure to download LPFMAs app and complete all tasks prior to your appointment
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All FAA paperwork must be completed through MedXPress prior to arrival
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You must bring your MedXPress confirmation number and goverment-issued ID at the time of your appointment
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Please arrive 20 minutes ahead of your appointment time
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You will be required to leave a urine sample
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Please notify us at least 24 hours in advance if an appointment needs to be cancelled, or a cancellation fee will be charged
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